OO Gunpowder Van NE 71442 delivers authentic pre-nationalisation freight detail for OO gauge railway layouts and collectors of historic British rolling stock.
Featuring:
- North Eastern Railway Livery: Finished as wagon No. 71442 in classic North Eastern Railway colours and lettering.
- Specialised Gunpowder Van Design: Based on secure vans built to transport explosives and other hazardous goods.
- Ready-to-Run: Fully assembled with standard OO gauge couplings for immediate use.
- Historic Freight Interest: Adds an unusual and highly authentic wagon to Edwardian and early LMS or LNER-era layouts.
Finished Model Dimensions (Approximate):
- Length: 9.0 cm
- Width: 3.5 cm
- Height: 5.0 cm
Technical Specifications:
- Scale: OO (1:76)
- Model: Gunpowder Van
- Running Number: NE 71442
- Livery: North Eastern Railway
- Era: Pre-1923 Grouping to early LNER period
- Material: Injection-moulded plastic
- Assembly: Ready-to-run
- Paint/Glue: Not required
- Power Requirement: None
- Couplings: Standard OO gauge couplings
- Recommended Age: 14+
- Included: One OO scale wagon
Perfect for: OO gauge railway modellers building North Eastern Railway, LNER, or early British freight layouts, backed by Hobbyco’s trusted service and fast shipping.
Why this wagon matters
Gunpowder vans were purpose-built to carry explosives, detonators, and fireworks safely by rail. Their enclosed wooden bodies and carefully controlled loading procedures were designed to reduce the risk of accidental ignition during transport.
Wagon NE 71442 represents the North Eastern Railway, one of Britain’s most important pre-grouping companies. Models like this help recreate an era when specialist wagons played a vital role in moving sensitive industrial cargo across the country.
How to use it
Place the wagon on compatible OO gauge track and couple it into your freight train. It is ideal for goods depots, industrial sidings, and historical mixed freight formations. No assembly, paint, glue, or modelling tools are required.
This is a plastic model. Assembly, paint, and glue are not required. It is not a toy.